| About the Position | |
| Position # | 21677 |
| Organization | Community Living Cambridge |
| Position | Leisure Buddy - Friendly Visiting Program |
| Location | 466 Franklin Blvd, Cambridge, ON, Canada |
| Impact Statement | By Engaging volunteer support we strive to empower adults with developmental disabilities to help achieve their goals and make their dreams come true. |
| Description | Position Mission Statement: To enhance the quality of life of those with developmental disabilities by forming friendships with others & by socializing together via activities outside of their home environment. This includes going out for coffee or ice cream, window shopping at the mall, or attending sporting events. This could also include one on one time at the group home doing puzzles crafts or other activities as they are available. |
| Training Details | Training and orientation provided by Community Living Cambridge (CLC). |
| Working Conditions | Outdoor or indoor, must be able to engage adults with developmental disabilities in community outings and social interaction. On occassion may be unsupervised, flexible scheduling options available. |
| Duration | 4 - 6 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekend - Daytime |
| Time Detail | This position is flexible depending on the individual the volunteer will be supporting. |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual, A Newcomer |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Accessibility | Support volunteers with special needs |
| Area(s) of Interest | Driver/Transportation, Recreation/Sports, Mentoring / Tutoring |
| Skill(s) | Communicate in Plain Language, Plan & Co-ordinate, Motivate Others, Accountability, Empathy |
| How to Apply | |
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| Application File: | |
| Website | http://communitylivingcambridge.ca/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Sandy Caple |
| Phone | 519-621-0680 Ext. 1202 |
| Address | 466 Franklin Blvd. Cambridge, N1R 8G6 |
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Volunteer Action Centre
151 Frederick Street, Suite 500
Kitchener ON N2H 2M2
Phone: 519 742 8610
Fax: 519 742 0559
Monday - Thursday
9 am - 4 pm
Friday: 9 am - 12 pm
151 Frederick Street, Suite 500
Kitchener ON N2H 2M2
Phone: 519 742 8610
Fax: 519 742 0559
Monday - Thursday
9 am - 4 pm
Friday: 9 am - 12 pm
